{"product_id":"armas-de-hernan-cortez-1767-costa-rica-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Armas de Hernan Cortez 1767 (Costa Rica) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eArmas de Hernán Cortés 1767 Shot Glass - Design Overview\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases a detailed rendering of the \"Armas de Hernán Cortés 1767,\" a historical heraldic representation of the coat of arms granted to the famed conquistador Hernán Cortés by the Spanish monarchy in 1525. While the actual rendering featured on this shot glass comes from a heraldic compilation made in 1767, the design reflects the original symbolism of Cortés's achievement and status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eKey Design Elements and Symbolism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe design is centered around a quartered shield. The first quarter features a black double-headed eagle on a silver (white) field, representing Cortés's acceptance of the Spanish Crown's sovereignty. The second quarter displays three gold crowns on a black field, symbolizing the defeat of the three lords of the Aztec Empire. The third quarter presents a lion on a red field, traditionally symbolizing courage and valor, with the red evoking the blood shed during the conquest. The fourth quarter depicts Mexico-Tenochtitlán, the conquered Aztec capital, symbolizing the conquered domain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eSurrounding the shield is a border composed of seven crowned heads chained together, representing the seven vassal lords subdued under the Aztec Empire. Above the shield sits a helmet, topped by a crown and a winged lion, further conveying sovereignty, nobility, and the strength of Cortés's victories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eOverall, the design combines elements of imperial loyalty, personal lineage, and the conquest of the Aztec Empire, offering a visual testament to Cortés's historical significance within the context of the Spanish Empire. It is not related to the coat of arms of Costa Rica. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51494811697432,"sku":"85970661701600785505","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/armas-de-hernan-cortez-1767-costa-rica-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1768332021","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/armas-de-hernan-cortez-1767-costa-rica-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}